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The 2013 Farmers Almanac
Farmers' Almanac

A historic blizzard! Plus: Valentine's Day tips and trivia! - February 8th, 2013

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Philosofact
People who fight fire with fire usually wind up with ashes.
February 8th, 2013
35 Years Later: The Blizzard of '78

In 1978, one of the worst blizzards in recent memory crippled the Atlantic seaboard. Read more!

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A Romantic Valentine's Feast
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A Romantic Valentine's FeastSurprise your Valentine with this elegant dinner menu!
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Healthy Relationships: The Secret to Long Life Healthy Relationships: The Secret to Long Life Positive relationships just might be the key to a longer, and happier, life!
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A Room of Her Own A Room of Her Own This Valentine's Day, give your sweetheart a place of to get away!
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The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day Everything you ever wanted to know about the most romantic day of the year, and then some!
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Helpful Hint
Helpful Hint Sticky muffin pan? Set it on a wet towel for 30 seconds, and the muffins will slide out!
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Today's Best Day Tasks

Mow to Retard Growth, Castrate Farm Animals, Prune Trees, Wean, Potty Train
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Gardening Tasks

February 7th - February 8th
Any Root Crops That Can Be Planted Now Will Do Well.
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